Product Description
Product Description
The DFRobot Gravity 6×6 Flexible Array Tactile Pressure Sensor is a tactile pressure sensor array module with a UART interface for capturing spatial pressure distribution data. The sensor matrix integrates 36 independent sensing units within a 15 × 15 mm active area, making it suitable for applications where both total force and localized pressure distribution need to be monitored.
The flexible thin-film sensor is intended for integration into compact and conformable systems. Its bendable structure and small adapter board support installation in robotic grippers, wearable devices, and research fixtures with limited space. UART cascading reduces wiring complexity in multi-sensor systems. According to the manufacturer, the response time is in the microsecond range (<10 μs).
Technical Features
- Tactile pressure sensor array module with 6×6 matrix configuration
- 36 independent sensing points within a 15 × 15 mm active area
- 2.5 mm sensing pitch for detailed pressure distribution mapping
- Flexible thin-film construction for curved or space-limited installations
- UART communication interface with cascading support
- Compact adapter board specified by the manufacturer as 20 × 12 mm
- Fast microsecond-level response time, specified as <10 μs
Application Areas
Typical use cases include intelligent gripping systems, robotic end effectors, wearable electronics, human-computer interaction, and scientific test setups. The module is suitable for contact pattern analysis, local pressure peak monitoring, and development of tactile feedback systems. Its flexible sensor structure also supports use as an electronic skin element in robotic or experimental systems.
In development workflows, the array supports rapid prototyping, especially where multiple sensors are combined or pressure distributions must be visualized in real time. The combination of compact size, matrix sensing structure, and serial communication makes the module relevant for embedded systems with constrained wiring and installation space.
What's Included
- Adapter Board x1
- 6×6 Flexible Array Pressure Sensor x1
- 30cm Flexible Silicone Connection Cable x1
